Over five million people reside in gated communities today, with one in 10 South Africans choosing gated communities when making a residential property purchase.

With over 6750 organized communities around the country and this number rising annually, estates and sectional title schemes account for over 16.7% of developed land in South Africa.

Established in 1984, Fourways Gardens Residential Estate was the first estate of its kind in South Africa and revolutionised community life. Residents who live here are passionate about it not only being the very first estate in Fourways change to South Africa but also the very best.

This secure, family-friendly community is in the heart of Fourways, the fastest-growing commercial and residential hub in northern Sandton. Given its prime location, Fourways Gardens remains an affordable option for those looking for a residential estate that offers so much more than world-class security.

What sets Fourways Gardens apart from many other residential estates is its strong sense of community, along with large stands and its close proximity to excellent schools and entertainment.

In fact, residents of Fourways Gardens are spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment, retail and recreation, with many options literally on their doorstep. These include the recently renovated shopping haven of Fourways Mall, the beautifully designed Cedar Square and the leisure and casino complex Montecasino. The state-of-the-art Life Fourways Hospital is located only five minutes away.

Another benefit is the estate’s close proximity to Lanseria International Airport, with daily flights to Durban, Cape Town and more being only 10km away.

Fourways Gardens also boasts inviting communal areas with amenities and activities to keep every member of the family happy. From wine tasting, quiz nights and knitting clubs, to movie nights, fitness clubs and Easter Egg hunts, Fourways Gardens offers safe open places in which to play, creating an unparalleled family lifestyle. A dedicated bike skills course means that both kids and adults can enjoy healthy, outdoor fun together while honing their cycling skills conveniently within the estate.

And with man’s best friend being part of the family for many residents within Fourways Gardens, a dedicated dog park within the estate means that even dogs get to benefit from a host of amenities available to residents. The estate boasts two dedicated off-leash dog walking areas.

The estate management has a dedicated team that involves their residents in regular fun-filled events held on the estate.

Well-established homes, most of which have a non-imposing street front, blend perfectly into their surroundings. The Estate is divided into two sections – Phases I and IV to the West and Phases II and III to the East. Beautiful trees are a real asset to the Estate, with each street named after the type of indigenous tree that line them.

The 943 homes are mostly freestanding houses on stands between 900 – 1700ms, with no vacant stands on the estate at all.

There are also no specific aesthetic guidelines, rather homeowners are asked to follow an aesthetic flow that creates a traditional suburban feel. One gets the idea that the homes were really designed with family comfort in mind, with beautiful gardens creating a wonderful sense of tranquillity.

As many as three generations have lived and still live on the estate, which is unique in any environment. Many children who grew up in Fourways Gardens have returned with families and children of their own. The community environment, old-world values, and overall quality of living are what is at the core of this estate’s ethos, and what keeps people coming back. Parents have a choice of fantastic educational institutions in the area, ranging from well-established private to highly reputable government schools.

Sunbird Estate and Mopane Lodge, a cluster development and townhouse complex change to an own-title townhouse complex and a sectional title cluster development, also add to the variety of living arrangements on offer within Fourways Gardens Estate. Interestingly the streets of this estate are still owned and maintained by the Johannesburg Road Agency and do not belong to the estate itself.

Within the estate, lies a proclaimed and protected conservation area referred to as the Nature Reserve, home to blue cranes, wattled cranes, and crown cranes. Owl releases are also hosted quite regularly from the area for rescued birds, including spotted eagle owls, kites and barn owls. Occasionally organised hikes can bring residents closer to nature, a mere few hundred metres from their homes.

After a successful eight-year environmental programme, a partnership with the Johannesburg Zoo, Jhb City Parks and the Home Owner’s Association, saw these cranes released into this reserve, with a pair of spotted eagle owls introduced to this natural habitat through a partnership with Eco Solutions. The estate is justifiably very proud of what they have accomplished with these animals and the reserve, creating awareness amongst the residents and the broader community regarding wildlife and animal conservation. All birds within this nature reserve and part of the release programmes are rescued animals that cannot be re-introduced into the wild.

Birdlife within the estate is abundant, with Fourways Gardens Estate being a bird lovers dream.

The estate has recently undergone several renovations and upgrades, with the clubhouse with restaurant, bar and children’s playground area acting as a central hub for entertainment, along with a hall which is available for hire for private functions and where daily activities are offered.

For sports enthusiasts, there are tennis courts, basketball hoops, cricket nets, soccer nets and a cycle park. Many open parks and walkways make morning jogs or afternoon strolls a delight.

A world-class security model ensures that the residents of Fourways Gardens can live a stress-free life and sleep soundly at night.

While they might be in the heart of bustling Fourways, the tranquil setting of Fourways Gardens is what residents have opted for – a place where they can come to connect with nature, be secure and be at home.

Fourways Gardens is a true gem of an estate that is sure to win you over on your first visit, with all the character and charm that befits a real lifestyle estate. We can see why residents decide to stay.

Fast Facts:

• First gated community/estate established in 1984
• The area was declared a nature reserve to protect the Lonehill Kors
• 943 stands, 1 townhouse complex and 1 cluster home development
• Stands average size 900m² – 1700m²
• Rich in bird and plant life, home to our National Bird, the Blue Crane and many more species

SURROUNDING DEVELOPMENTS

Within a radius of approximately 4 kms around Fourways Gardens Residential Estate one would find the following:

• Agora Shopping Centre they have been renamed to Fourways Gardens Shopping Centre
• Broadacres Shopping Centre
• Fourways Crossing Shopping Centre
• Fourways Mall
• Leaping Frog Shopping Centre
• Douglasdale Police Station
• Golf course and golf driving range
• Life Fourways Hospital
• Primary and Secondary private and government schools